It’s time for March Madness! The 68-team field for the 2019 NCAA Tournament has been set, so print and fill out the official NCAA bracket, organize your bracket pools, and start inviting friends now! CBS Sports predicts an epic event this year with a “depth of title contenders at the top of the field along with a slew of mid-major teams poised for upset bids”.
Stock up on libations and snacks and embrace the madness! Jack Daniels’ U.S. brand ambassador Eric “E.T.” Tecoskyhas created a few refreshing and flavorful cocktails that are perfect for celebrating the big game tip-off of your favorite college basketball team.
Cheer your team on with “Nothing But Net“
1 ½ oz Jack Daniel’s® Tennessee Whiskey
½ oz Monin French Vanilla Syrup
2 oz Orange Juice
1 ½ oz Lemon/Lime Soda
Shake all but soda. Strain into Collins glass with ice. Top with soda. Garnish with an orange slice.
Show your opponent who’s the boss with “Slam Dunk“
1 ½ oz Jack Daniel’s® Tennessee Whiskey
3 oz Coca-Cola
½ oz Real Passionfruit Puree
1 small Dill stem
Shake all with ice. Pour over fresh ice into a Collins glass. Garnish with a lemon wheel or wedge.
Win the Bracket Pool with “Buzzer Beater“
1 ½ oz Jack Daniel’s® Tennessee Honey
2 oz Pineapple Juice
1 oz Orange Juice
½ oz Coco Real
Shake all with ice. Strain over fresh ice in a tiki or Collins glass. Garnish with a pineapple wedge or orange.
These three cocktails should keep you in good spirits during for the next two weeks. Games start with the First Four on Tuesday, March 19 and Wednesday, March 20. The tournament will then be down to 64 teams. The First Round is on Thursday, March 21 and Friday, March 22. The Second Round is Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24. Find the complete schedule for 2019 March Madness on the NCAA’s website.
Final AP Poll – Is Your Team In the Top 20?
- Duke
- Virginia
- North Carolina
- Gonzaga
- Michigan State
- Tennessee
- Kentucky
- Michigan
- Texas Tech
- Florida State
- Houston
- LSU
- Purdue
- Auburn
- Buffalo
- Virginia Tech
- Kansas
- Kansas State
- Wofford
- Nevada
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